ludicrous
2018.03.01
Meaning:
Ludicrous means stupid + crazy (+ maybe funny). Do you know the words ‘silly’ or ‘ridiculous’? Ludicrous has a similar meaning to ‘silly’ and ‘ridiculous’, but it has a stronger nuance. In order of strength, these words are: silly, ridiculous, ludicrous. Imagine you see someone riding a purple cow across Shibuya crossing. You could say, ‘Riding a cow is a silly idea. Riding a purple cow is a ridiculous idea. Riding a purple cow in Shibuya is a ludicrous idea.’
Example:
A: So, President Trump has suggested that teachers should carry guns. What do you think?
B: It’s ludicrous. It’s the stupidest idea I’ve heard in a long time.
Talking Point(s):
Do you think giving teachers guns is a good idea or a ludicrous idea?
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